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THE SPANISH HABSBURG DYNASTY
THE RELIGIOUS WARS
In the 16th century, the Spanish Monarchy became the most powerful in Europe.
Carlos V and Felipe II belonged to the Habsburg dynasty.
They pursued similar political objectives:
To retain their territorial patrimony through numerous wars
To defend Catholicism
they took measures to preserve religious unity
ECONOMY AND SOCIETY IN THE 16TH CENTURY
The arrival of precious metals on the Peninsula affected the Spanish Monarchy in the following ways:
The craft industry began to grow due to an increase in demand from the American territories.
Monarchs were able to begin more expensive projects. When these resources ran out they resorted to increasing taxes.
The arrival of metals enriched the nobility.Therefore, the majority of the population became poorer.
The economy continued to be based on agriculture.
It enabled the kings to finance the numerous wars they were involved in throughout Europe
The economy prospered due to the riches obtained from the Americas, especially silver and gold.
This fall in production also affected trade
